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Searching for Sugar Man tells the incredible story of Rodriguez, a forgotten rock 'n' roll legend from Detroit who disappeared after his debut album flopped. Unbeknownst to him, Rodriguez's music became a cultural phenomenon in apartheid-era South Africa–but rumors of his death persisted. Two tenacious fans embark on an emotional quest to uncover the truth about their hero, leading to a shocking revelation that changes everything they thought they knew. With captivating archival footage and heartwarming interviews, the film celebrates the power of music to transcend generations and borders, inspiring hope and redemption.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Searching for Sugar Man include Jerry Mcgill: Very Extremely Dangerous, Still Bill, America's Sweethearts: Queens of Nashville, One Direction: Ruling The World, Shakira: Hits Don't Lie, Mantra: Sounds Into Silence.

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Searching for Sugar Man was released in theaters on July 27, 2012.